Trump advocates for U.S. acquisition of Greenland as a U.S. delegation prepares for a visit
U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed his stance on the idea of the U.S. taking control of Greenland on Monday, following criticisms from leaders of the semi-autonomous Danish territory regarding an upcoming visit by a prominent U.S. delegation this week.
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U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed his suggestion on Monday that the United States might consider taking over Greenland, following criticism from leaders of the semi-autonomous Danish territory regarding a high-profile U.S. delegation's upcoming visit this week.
"I think Greenland is going to be something that maybe is in our future," Trump stated to reporters after meeting with his cabinet officials, emphasizing the importance of this issue for U.S. national security.
Mute Egede, Greenland's outgoing Prime Minister, labeled the planned visit by the U.S. delegation—set to include a stop at an American military base and attendance at a dog sled race—as a "provocation," declaring that his caretaker government would not engage with the group.
Trump claimed that his administration was in communication with "people in Greenland" who are interested in progress, although he did not provide specifics. "They're calling us," he noted. "We're not calling them."
The U.S. delegation's trip, scheduled from Thursday to Saturday, will be led by Usha Vance, the wife of Vice President JD Vance, and will also feature White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
Trump has consistently highlighted the prospect of U.S. annexation of Greenland, a point of discussion that gained traction following a private visit to the island by his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., in January.
Egede criticized the situation further, stating, "Such interference is a breach of our democratic principles and shows a lack of respect for our self-determination." He urged Greenland's allies to be more assertive in their statements, noting, "We have not yet seen any of our allies make a clear statement. And we need our friends among nations. That is why they must come out more clearly - there is no other way. The vague declarations must end."
Currently, Naalakkersuisut, the Greenlandic government, is in a caretaker phase after the pro-business Democrats secured victory in the March 11 parliamentary elections, advocating for a cautious approach to independence from Denmark.
Alejandro Jose Martinez for TROIB News
"I think Greenland is going to be something that maybe is in our future," Trump stated to reporters after meeting with his cabinet officials, emphasizing the importance of this issue for U.S. national security.
Mute Egede, Greenland's outgoing Prime Minister, labeled the planned visit by the U.S. delegation—set to include a stop at an American military base and attendance at a dog sled race—as a "provocation," declaring that his caretaker government would not engage with the group.
Trump claimed that his administration was in communication with "people in Greenland" who are interested in progress, although he did not provide specifics. "They're calling us," he noted. "We're not calling them."
The U.S. delegation's trip, scheduled from Thursday to Saturday, will be led by Usha Vance, the wife of Vice President JD Vance, and will also feature White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
Trump has consistently highlighted the prospect of U.S. annexation of Greenland, a point of discussion that gained traction following a private visit to the island by his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., in January.
Egede criticized the situation further, stating, "Such interference is a breach of our democratic principles and shows a lack of respect for our self-determination." He urged Greenland's allies to be more assertive in their statements, noting, "We have not yet seen any of our allies make a clear statement. And we need our friends among nations. That is why they must come out more clearly - there is no other way. The vague declarations must end."
Currently, Naalakkersuisut, the Greenlandic government, is in a caretaker phase after the pro-business Democrats secured victory in the March 11 parliamentary elections, advocating for a cautious approach to independence from Denmark.
Alejandro Jose Martinez for TROIB News
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